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2.5-year-old boy eats normally after rare food pipe surgery

2.5-year-old boy eats normally after rare food pipe surgery

A 2.5-year-old boy born with an underdeveloped food pipe can now eat normally after a successful surgery at Ahmedabad Civil Hospital. Doctors used an advanced gastric pull-up procedure to reconstruct his esophagus. The rare operation restored his ability to eat by mouth, marking a successful outcome for the hospital's paediatric surgery team.

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Medical Dialogues 7:06 AM • 3 Aug 2026
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Protein-rich foods to include during Sawan fasting

Protein-rich foods to include during Sawan fasting

Sawan fasting doesn't have to mean poor nutrition. Nutritionists recommend including protein-rich foods like paneer, Greek yoghurt, milk, makhana, rajgira, nuts, and seeds to maintain energy, support muscle health, reduce hunger, and stay fuller for longer while observing the fast.

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Times Now 6:42 AM • 3 Aug 2026
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From Tracking to Transformation, My Journey with Zylo AI Calorie Counter

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Doctors warn of ACL injury risk during monsoon sports activities

Doctors warn of ACL injury risk during monsoon sports activities

Slippery playgrounds and sports fields during the monsoon significantly increase the risk of ACL tears and other knee injuries. Orthopaedic experts recommend wearing proper footwear, warming up, strengthening leg muscles, and avoiding waterlogged grounds. Prompt medical attention after severe knee pain or swelling can prevent long-term joint damage.

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Times Now 5:19 AM • 3 Aug 2026
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World's first patient receives landmark ovarian cancer treatment

World's first patient receives landmark ovarian cancer treatment

A woman with advanced ovarian cancer has become the first patient in the world to receive a pioneering engineered immune cell therapy. The landmark Phase 1 trial aims to test the treatment's safety and effectiveness against ovarian cancer and other hard-to-treat cancers, offering fresh hope for patients with limited treatment options.

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Times Now 4:14 AM • 3 Aug 2026
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Student mental health programmes underway in 767 districts: Govt

Student mental health programmes underway in 767 districts: Govt

Mental health interventions for school and college students are being carried out in 767 districts under District Mental Health Programme (DMHP), Minister of State for Health Prataprao Jadhav told the Lok Sabha. He said "emotional well-being and mental health" is a module under Ayushman Bharat School Health and Wellness Programme. His reply didn't mention mandatory psychiatrists or counsellors.

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The Tribune 3:28 AM • 3 Aug 2026
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ACB pastes 'wanted' notices at house of Delhi medical scam accused

ACB pastes 'wanted' notices at house of Delhi medical scam accused

A two-storey house in East Delhi's Priyadarshini Vihar has become the focus of the Delhi Anti-Corruption Bureau's probe into the alleged ₹600-crore medical procurement scam. The property belongs to Rajeev Arora, alias Rajiv Kumar Rangeela, who has been named in an FIR registered by the Delhi ACB. The agency has pasted "wanted" notices at the house, while Arora remains absconding.

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The Tribune 3:24 AM • 3 Aug 2026
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I Lost 26 Kgs — Zylo AI Calorie Tracker Made It Possible, it's the best calorie Tracker I have used

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Doctors warn of silent heart attack signs to watch for

Doctors warn of silent heart attack signs to watch for

Heart attacks don't always cause severe chest pain. Doctors warn that breathlessness, jaw or back pain, nausea, dizziness, cold sweats, and unexplained fatigue may be silent warning signs, especially in women, older adults, and people with diabetes. Recognising these symptoms early and seeking emergency care can save lives and limit heart damage.

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Times Now 2:58 AM • 3 Aug 2026
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Doctors warn early weight gain may increase arthritis risk

Doctors warn early weight gain may increase arthritis risk

Arthritis is increasingly affecting adults in their 30s and 40s as obesity accelerates joint damage through excess mechanical stress and chronic inflammation. Doctors warn that early weight gain raises lifelong arthritis risk, but losing 5-10% of body weight, staying active, and seeking early treatment can protect joint health and mobility.

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Times Now 2:55 AM • 3 Aug 2026
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Ebola outbreak intensifying, risk of transmission increasing: WHO

Ebola outbreak intensifying, risk of transmission increasing: WHO

World Health Organisation (WHO) has warned that the Ebola outbreak in Congo is intensifying, saying that the risk of cross-border transmission to neighbouring countries is increasing. WHO added that the outbreak is now the largest Ebola outbreak ever reported in Congo. As of July 30, a total of 3,605 confirmed cases, including 1,587 deaths, have been reported.

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ANI 12:59 PM • 2 Aug 2026
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Australia reports 53 H5N1 bird flu cases, steps up surveillance

Australia reports 53 H5N1 bird flu cases, steps up surveillance

Australia has reported 53 confirmed H5N1 bird flu cases, raising concerns about the virus's spread among animals. While the risk to the general public remains low, health experts urge caution for people exposed to infected birds. Authorities continue surveillance, emphasising hygiene, protective measures, and early reporting of suspected infections.

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Times Now 2:20 PM • 1 Aug 2026
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